These Bang Bang Salmon Bites are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and smothered in a bold, creamy sauce that hits every taste bud — tangy, sweet, and lightly spicy. Made in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect served over rice, salad, or as finger food.
Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: 20–25 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Ingredients
For the Salmon Bites:
2 salmon fillets (~400g), skin removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
½ cup cornstarch (or arrowroot starch for GF)
2 tbsp neutral oil for pan-frying (or use air fryer)
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
¼ cup mayonnaise (regular or light)
2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste, or skip for non-spicy)
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
Garnish:
Chopped scallions or cilantro
Lime wedges
Sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Prep Salmon
Pat salmon dry and toss with soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Coat each piece lightly in cornstarch until fully covered. Shake off excess.
2. Cook Salmon
Pan-fry method:
Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high. Add salmon pieces in a single layer. Cook 2–3 min per side until golden and crispy.
Air fryer method:
Preheat to 200°C (400°F). Spray salmon with oil and air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
3. Make Bang Bang Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together mayo, chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and vinegar until smooth.
4. Toss & Serve
Toss warm crispy salmon in Bang Bang sauce just before serving (or drizzle to keep crispier). Garnish with scallions, sesame, or cilantro.
Notes & Tips
Extra Crispy: Double-dip salmon in cornstarch and lightly fry twice for ultra crunch.
No mayo? Try plain Greek yogurt or avocado mayo.
Less spicy: Skip the sriracha and just use sweet chili sauce + a dash of honey.
Reheat tip: Reheat in air fryer or oven to retain crisp texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use frozen salmon?
A: Yes, thaw fully and pat dry to remove excess moisture for better crisping.
Q: Can I bake them?
A: Yes. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 min, flipping halfway. Broil last 2 min for crisp.
Q: What can I serve these with?
A: Jasmine rice, sticky rice, Asian slaw, lettuce cups, or in tacos!
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~410
Protein: 28g
Carbs: 18g
Fat: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 5g